master pilates classes

Master Pilates Classes

Master Pilates Classes are offered though out the year to provide you with additional challenges and new experiences to bring your practice to a new level. there is something for everyone!

Foam Roller Stretch & Release – foam rollers are put to all kinds of uses, such as stretching, self massage, body support, stability and strength exercises. While working on this unstable surface all of the deep muscles of the core are recruited to help maintain balance and truly challenges your body. You will learn how to use the foam roller to work your core in a new way as well as how to use the roller to stretch out tight muscles and even relieve stress. Class is 1 1/2- 2 hours long.

MagicCircleMadness– join us for this intense Pilates mat class utilizing the magic circle. Embrace the ring and experience the fire. this wonderful prop allows you to deepen your understanding of core muscles. Be ready to sweat and engage the smallest muscles. Class is 1 1/2 hours long.

ReformerProgressions – This master class is for the experienced reformer client looking to further work thru intermediate and some advanced exercises. You’ll gain a better understanding of core execution and stability. Class length is 1 1/2 hours and begins with a 20 minute warm up class so you can glide thru the various exercises presented.

StretchyBands – Stretchy, thera, resistance or flex bands bear a strong resemblance to the springs Joseph Pilates designed for the apparatus. Bands are widely used in the Physical Therapy community for rehabilitation purposes. Incorporating bands into your mat work allows for increased body work by creating resistance to basic exercises and offers assistance to exercises that create a challenge. Stretchy bands offer an introduction to some apparatus exercises used in a mat routine. Bands are portable and versatile. They provide adjustable resistance for strength and stretch. Class is 2 hours long and will provide you the tools necessary to perform your band work at home.

TowerProgressions – This class is for the experienced client familiar with the basic tower exercises. We’ll explore more challenging exercises using springs and straps you are already comfortable with using. Class is 2 hours long and will include a quick 30 minute class to get you reeved up!

Wunda Chair Mechanics – The chair master class is 2 hours long. We will focus on the mechanics of he char and progress thru many “wundaful” exercises that you can perform on this small yet powerful apparatus. This is an excellent class for those with chair experience or those looking to explore what the chair is all about.

Mat Flow – No props, no straps or springs. This class is you, gravity and mind, body control. Exercises will flow one to another. We’ll execute the 24 beginner and intermediate exercises in the classical order. Class duration is 1.5 hours.

Reformer Flow – Putting it all together including transitions from one exercise to the next. Experience the choreography of the method. Will perform all beginner and intermediate level exercises in the classical order. Must be proficient in beginner level exercises and have practiced the intermediate level exercises. Class length is 1.5 hours, limited to 3 participants.

All master classes can be adapted and exercises modified to fit your fitness needs and limitations on any given day.